1994 Citroen AX vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 793 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2353 cc |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
